Over 25 million under alert for severe weather, flash flooding in Northeast

Severe weather is on the horizon for the northeastern United States this Saturday, with more than 25 million people in states like Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Maine on alert. Cities like Philadelphia, New York City, Allentown, Poughkeepsie, Hartford, Manchester, and Portland are all gearing up for potentially dangerous conditions.

The main threats include damaging winds, large hail, lightning, and even a slight risk of tornadoes. Flash flooding is also a major concern, especially in areas like Philadelphia and Bridgeport, Connecticut, where the risk level is at 2 out of 4. Multiple rounds of heavy rain are expected, which could lead to localized flooding in vulnerable areas.

The inclement weather is expected to start in the early afternoon and continue into the night. Philadelphia and New York City are likely to see the worst of it between 2 and 8 p.m., with lingering rain overnight. Poughkeepsie, Hartford, and Springfield should be prepared for storms from 2 p.m. onwards, while Portland and Boston can expect heavy rain from 4 p.m. onwards.

While Boston may not face the highest risk of flash flooding or severe weather, strong storms are still expected to pass through the area. Rain showers will persist into Sunday morning as a cold front moves through the region, but conditions should improve by Sunday evening. Behind the cold front, cooler temperatures are expected for Sunday.

Overall, residents in these areas should stay informed about the weather updates and take necessary precautions to stay safe during this severe weather event.